Description

Le millésime 2016 de cet Hermitage Rouge du domaine Belle a été affecté par une tempête de grêle qui a réduit les rendements de moitié, sans toutefois affecter la qualité du raisin qui a pu être récolté. Le résultat est un vin aux arômes savoureux et complexes allant de la cerise au cèdre en passant par la groseille, la terre sèche et le pain grillé. Avec plus de deux ans d'élevage, il offre un magnifique potentiel de garde.

Fiche technique

Le domaine
Domaine Belle
Type de vin
Red
Millésime
2016
Alcool
13.5% vol.
Cépage
100% Syrah
Origine
Hermitage

L'avis des experts

The Wine Advocate:

An April hailstorm cut Hermitage yields at Domaine Belle by 50%, but the final quality was unimpacted (and maybe even improved). The 2016 Hermitage features hints of cedar and baking spices on the nose but also black cherries and black olives. This medium to full-bodied wine (it's only 13.5% alcohol) seems bigger, with plenty of depth and richness and a long, elegant finish. Powerful yet balanced, it's already approachable yet seems sure to age well for at least 15 years.

Jeb Dunnuck:

The ruby/purple-colored 2016 Hermitage spent 26 months in barrel before bottling. It offers terrific notes of red and black currants, dried earth, lots of spice and toasty notes, with subtle hints of flowers. With medium to full body, a rounded, charming texture, good acidity, and outstanding length, drink it any time over the coming 15+ years.